Living in Wendell

Community Attractions

After a full work week, kick back and unwind on Friday evening with live music and food at the Grounds Café at Wendell Falls or Wine and Beer 101. During the warm months, enjoy ‘Farmhouse Jams’ a live outdoor concert held once a month on the third Thursday evening from June through September at Wendell Falls.

Step back in time and enjoy a leisurely day of canoeing or fishing at Robertson Millpond Preserve. Soak in the sites of the historic mill dam and the bald cypress habitats.

Recreation enthusiasts of all ages – two legged and four legged - can enjoy a day at Wendell Parks and Recreation, 601 W Third Street. Whether it’s playing a round of disc golf, kids exploring the new playground equipment, a game of tennis, watching a baseball state championship or letting your four legged friend frolic in the K9 Corral dog park, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Curious as to how spirits are made? A tour at Oaklee Distilling Company will enlighten you to this in-house process: Milled, Distilled, and Bottle Filled in Wendell NC. Oaklee is within a beautifully renovated building that was built in 1929 and its historic charisma was retained while lending itself to this modern day venture.

Take pleasure in Wendell community events that are safe and fun for family and friends, such as: International Food Festival, Harvest Festival, Treat Trail, Wendell Wonderland, Spring into the Arts, Barn Raising at Wendell Falls, ProTown BMX and Big Truck Day.

Historic downtown offers a wide array of local retailers, shops and eateries, all the while enjoying free Wi-Fi offered by the Town.

Golfers are invited to play a round on the greens at Wendell Country Club. This public course is 18 holes of magnificent golf. While at Wendell Country Club enjoy a tasty bite at Divots Grill.